Question

What is "logos"?

The use of emotional language

The credibility of the author

The use of logical reasoning and facts

Answer 1

In the context of rhetorical appeals, "logos" refers to **the use of logical reasoning and facts**. It is one of the three persuasive appeals identified by Aristotle, the others being ethos (credibility of the author) and pathos (use of emotional language). Logos involves using logical arguments, data, evidence, and a clear structure to persuade an audience.